WhatsApp has added a new feature to help stop the spread of false information. Now, you can check web links and news directly in the app using Google. This tool helps you know if a link or news shared in chats is real or fake.
When you receive a link that looks suspicious, you can use the “Search the Web” option. This option allows you to search for the link on Google and see if it comes from a reliable source. It helps you quickly decide if the content is trustworthy or part of a fake news chain.
False information spreads quickly through forwarded messages on WhatsApp. This new feature gives users a way to check information themselves before sharing it, helping to stop the spread of harmful or misleading content.
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How Misinformation Spreads on WhatsApp:
WhatsApp has over 2 billion users worldwide, making it a major platform for communication. However, its private, encrypted nature also makes it easy for fake news, conspiracy theories, and misleading information to spread. Messages can go viral in private groups, reaching thousands of people in just a few hours.
Availability:
This feature is being tested in beta versions of WhatsApp and will soon be available to more users. WhatsApp remains focused on user security and privacy, and this update is another step to keep the platform safe for everyone.
Source: hinduwire
